Get ready to embrace the less is more trend in manicures for 2024. From the short, milky nails at Chanel’s Cruise 2024 show to the shift away from nail art, natural nails are taking center stage. Even the manicure icon Jennifer Lopez is embracing her natural nails with a shimmering twist in her latest manicure.
JLo’s manicurist, Tom Bachik, calls the look a “New Year’s celestial shimmer nude”. It features a glossy effect with shimmering particles that catch the light, giving a modern spin on the “lip gloss nails” trend. This stylish look executed on ballerina-shaped nails is definitely going to be a hit.
Here’s what we love about this trendy manicure:
The shape: Ballerina
The ballerina shape was a hit on the red carpet at the Venice Film Festival last year. The shape resembles traditional ballet shoes, with straight tips and oval sides, exuding both luxury and discretion.
The color: Transparent, with shine
Choose a natural, high-shine nail color and keep your cuticles and hands well-maintained to pull off this manicure. The result is a barely-there, well-tended look that’s perfect for the quiet luxury aesthetic.

